Asia

Asia covers news and developments across the world's largest and most populous continent, where billion-dollar industries, geopolitical tensions and technological innovation shape global markets and international relations. The region encompasses many of the world's fastest-growing economies and most influential technology sectors, making Asian affairs consequential for businesses, policymakers and consumers worldwide.

Stories from across Asia reflect the region's complexity: from energy markets and trade relations to corporate accountability, data security and competition in emerging industries like electric vehicles. Whether driven by government policy, corporate behaviour or market forces, developments in Asia often ripple through global supply chains, financial markets and international diplomacy, making regional news essential context for understanding world affairs.

Denshattack! review – time to get on board with kickflipping trains

July 16, 2026

Denshattack! is a new video game from Barcelona-based developer Undercoders that reimagines extreme sports action on trains, blending the trick-based mechanics of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater with the counter-cultural spirit of Jet Set Radio. Set in a dystopian, post-climate-disaster Japan where wealthy citizens shelter in corporate domed cities, the game follows aspiring “Denshattacker” Emi as…
Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu

July 16, 2026

Apple has received Chinese regulatory approval to launch its Apple Intelligence AI features in the country, after striking a deal to integrate Alibaba’s Qwen AI model into iOS, iPadOS, macOS and visionOS. China’s Cyberspace Administration signed off on the services, clearing a hurdle that had delayed Apple Intelligence in the Chinese market since its 2024…
Irate PlayStation Fans Want You to Buy Games Anywhere But PS5

July 16, 2026

Frustrated PlayStation fans are urging people to buy third-party and indie games on rival platforms rather than the PS5, as anger continues over Sony’s decision to stop manufacturing physical game discs. The backlash is spreading beyond Sony itself, with fans review-bombing and flooding comment sections for games Sony merely promotes on social media, regardless of…
Mother of Spanish woman who died by euthanasia after gang-rape ordeal launches bid to track down attackers after finding details in daughter’s diary

July 16, 2026

A mother in Spain has launched a search for the men who raped her daughter, after her daughter later died via euthanasia following the ordeal. The mother reportedly uncovered details of the attack after reading her late daughter’s diary, prompting her to try to identify and track down the attackers. The article’s full details were…
The Strokes thrill Indiana: Here’s their full setlist

July 16, 2026

The Strokes performed a concert in Indiana, delighting fans with a full run through their catalogue of hits and fan favourites. The show forms part of the New York band’s ongoing live performances, which continue to draw strong audiences drawn to their influential early-2000s indie rock sound. Unfortunately, the source article does not provide further…
African growth boom follows Trump push to replace aid with trade

July 16, 2026

Many African economies are seeing accelerated growth after the Trump administration shifted its approach from foreign aid towards trade, according to a senior US State Department official who spoke to Fox News Digital. Although sharp cuts to USAID funding had prompted warnings of economic hardship for African nations, officials say the region has instead experienced…
Cricket Rules India’s Streaming Viewership in New Ormax StreamView Report

July 16, 2026

A new Ormax StreamView report, launched by Ormax Media in January 2026 to track long-form streaming content across India, found that cricket dominated viewership in the first half of 2026, with the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup and the Indian Premier League taking the top two spots on JioHotstar. The findings highlight cricket’s continued grip…
Clark yells in referee’s face as decisions go against her side

July 16, 2026

Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark shouts at referee Gerda Gatling after decisions go against her team in a defeat by the Golden State Valkyries.
Map shows Japanese knotweed hotspots in Sheffield – and how to spot early signs

July 16, 2026

There have been more sightings of Japanese Knotweed in Sheffield than any other area of Yorkshire
Weekly Shonen Jump sells out across Japan due to One Piece scalpers

July 15, 2026

Weekly Shonen Jump reportedly sold out across Japan after resellers bought up copies for an exclusive promotional One Piece Card Game card bundled with the magazine. The shortage mattered because it prevented ordinary readers from buying one of Japan’s most recognisable manga publications, including an issue containing the final chapter of Blue Box. More broadly,…